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Welcome to McCall's Tavern, a popular and vibrant restaurant, bar, and live music bar located at 997 Alverez Ave, Lady Lake, FL 32159. As one of the most beloved establishments in the area, McCall's Tavern offers a unique and unforgettable dining and entertainment experience. At McCall's Tavern, we pride ourselves on our diverse menu that caters to all taste buds. Whether you're in the mood for delicious appetizers, mouthwatering entrees, or delectable desserts, our talented chefs use only the freshest ingredients to create culinary masterpieces that will leave your palate wanting more. We also offer a wide selection of drinks, including craft beers, handcrafted cocktails, and fine wines, ensuring that there's something for everyone to enjoy. But McCall's Tavern isn't just about great food and drinks. Our lively atmosphere and live music performances add an extra layer of excitement to your dining experience. Sit back, relax, and let our talented musicians serenade you with their captivating tunes. Whether you're visiting us for a casual night out with friends or a special occasion, our live music bar is guaranteed to create a memorable and enjoyable experience. Conveniently located in Lady Lake, FL, McCall's Tavern is a must-visit destination for locals and tourists alike. Our friendly and attentive staff is dedicated to providing exceptional service, ensuring that every visit is a delightful one. With our comfortable seating, inviting ambiance, and top-notch entertainment, McCall's Tavern is the perfect place to unwind, socialize, and create lasting memories. So, if you're looking for a restaurant, bar, and live music bar that offers delicious food, refreshing drinks, and captivating entertainment, look no further than McCall's Tavern. Come and experience the magic for yourself – we guarantee you won't be disappointed.

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Amy Wieland
Amy Wieland -Google user
a year ago
Stopped here kind of by accident as we heard the country and western band playing. Restaurant was really busy. We were seated fairly quickly but took 15 minutes to get any service after we had to approach a staff member. Turns out s staff...Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 4/5Atmosphere: 4/5Recommended dishes
Richard Roy
Richard Roy -Google user
6 years ago
We came here because we are Buffalo natives. We heard they had beef on weck. They get four stars for the tasty beef. BUT, the rolls were way off. All they did was take a normal roll, painted it with oil and then tossed regular...Read More
Funk Prophet
Funk Prophet -Google user
2 months ago
I appreciate the culinary offerings and beverage selection, particularly the beer. However, the restrooms are in dire need of attention and cleaning. This is especially concerning considering the establishment has only been open for 10 minutes, indicating that the restrooms have been in this state...Read More
Food: 4/5Service: 4/5Atmosphere: 2/5
Howard Crostic
Howard Crostic -Google user
a year ago
Hey. I'm giving this place 5 stars based on tonight. They had the best country band I've heard in a long time.Also had a great waitress, the food was good and drinks were kept full. Place was full and we shared a table with a...Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5
Casual Explorer
Casual Explorer -Google user
6 years ago
OK, this restaurant lured me in with a free birthday dinner resulting in a future customer. The chicken dinner was absolutely fantastic. My wife had a shepherd's pie which was very good. We both agreed the food tasted like homemade and it...Read More
JP GAUTHIER
JP GAUTHIER -Google user
4 years ago
Super fun place locate inside bowling with front access. Great drink special. Live music and dancing. Service is great with Michelle bartender but Maggie bartender says she has thirty years experience but has no knowledge of guest service and hospitality Maggie is lacking in kindness...Read More
Alexander Larkin
Alexander Larkin -Google user
3 years ago
So far took 15 minutes to just get menus at 430pm on Sunday. Service staff was not personable. We had to ask for menus three different times. It took 45 minutes for dinner to be served. The food was quality but unsure of what is...Read More
DaveandDeb Albertson
DaveandDeb Albertson -Google user
5 years ago
Rude. Disturbing. Loud. I have a picture showing the door open, but the restaurant was definitely not open to us. They do not, I repeat DO NOT allow service dogs even though we showed them the Federal and Florida laws. We, and our 7 lb....Read More
John Holloway
John Holloway -Google user
4 years ago
This is our dance club. We go for Boggies and Blues which happens once to twice a week. But there's music pretty much every night, such as country and other dance music by popular artists. Every night can be dance night here.There fried...Read More
Marilyn Arnold
Marilyn Arnold -Google user
4 years ago
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Bonnie Pappas
Bonnie Pappas -Google user
6 months ago
Hoped it would be the same but not quite.. had the fried chicken, green beans and mashed potatoes with gravy... the beans were bland the potatoes and gravy were good , no more little roll😞. The chicken was moist well cooked and tasty but different.....Read More
Food: 4/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 4/5
Deb Marion
Deb Marion -Google user
5 months ago
Slow starting. Ordered drinks and took about 10 minutes ish. 2 kids 3 adults. Kids got 1 refill. Adults were never asked if they wanted a refill. Food took a bit but 1 person ordered fried chicken that was amazing. Fries...Read More
Food: 2/5Service: 3/5Atmosphere: 3/5
William U
William U -Google user
10 months ago
We were there on a Saturday afternoon and service was horrible. We sat at the bar and the bartender was running all over the whole restaurant serving people. There was a server standing at the host station on her phone not doing a thing....Read More
Service: 1/5Atmosphere: 3/5
Judy Draper
Judy Draper -Google user
a year ago
Our experience was not a good one, but will give us something to talk about for a long time. Patty melt was not edible and burned. Couldn't tell it was Hamburger. Chicken was very greasy, which was unlike the normal great chicken we've had...Read More
Food: 2/5Service: 1/5Atmosphere: 5/5Recommended dishes Beef on Weck
ron severn
ron severn -Google user
11 months ago
Got seated at 5:15 got drinks around 20 min later. Food arrived around 7:15 for five of us. The sixth person didn’t get his food for another 15 minutes. Waiteress was very good and kept us informed that someone call off in the kitchen so...Read More
Food: 4/5Service: 1/5Atmosphere: 3/5
Jim Weston
Jim Weston -Google user
a year ago
Okay I have been going there for over two years off and on. I bowl in the alleys next to them every week in a league and order food through them. They were recently taken over (bought out) by new management. The reality of...Read More
Food: 4/5Service: 4/5Atmosphere: 4/5
Judy Mills
Judy Mills -Google user
a year ago
The chix sandwich and fries were good, but the rum & Coke was weak. I ordered a glass of chardonnay, and it was served in a can. Never saw that b4.The kitchen was really slow even tho half the tables were empty when we got...Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 3/5Atmosphere: 5/5
Nicole Propper
Nicole Propper -Google user
a year ago
Very kind staff made room for us indoors with our special needs daughters long WC. We ordered the Ally Sampler. The food was good. I just do not think it was worth $38. We will definitely go back to try other menu items.Wheelchair accessibility: Outdoor...Read More
Food: 4/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5
Brandi Sones
Brandi Sones -Google user
a year ago
*****not for families, or larger then 4 people groups*********We were very excited as the atmosphere seemed very nice. If I could give less then a one star they earned that definitely not a single star.We walked in as a family of 6. My better half,...Read More
Service: 1/5Atmosphere: 1/5
John Tyrrell
John Tyrrell -Google user
a year ago
We generally do not leave negative reviews as my wife worked in the food service industry for years. It’s tough, especially when super busy, but our experience was really not that good. Here’s the good, the bad and the ugly…Good:Beer was cold once...Read More
Food: 2/5Service: 1/5Atmosphere: 3/5
Laura Olson
Laura Olson -Google user
a year ago
We were there on a Friday evening and dined outside. Beverly was our waitress and we loved her! She was always smiling and very friendly. We ordered traditional wings and the Beef on Weck. The wings were excellent and the...Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5Recommended dishes Chocken Wings, Beef on Weck
Allison L.
Allison L. -Google user
a year ago
The food. Me and my girlfriend shared a plate of fried chicken that's supposed to be awesome and it was! So crispy and if you're Spanish you know chicharones which is what the skin was really delicious. On Tuesdays they have amazing music with a...Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 4/5Atmosphere: 5/5Recommended dishes Fried Chicken Dinner with Bread Crumb Stuffing and Mashed Potatoes w Country Gravy
Patsy Oburn
Patsy Oburn -Google user
a year ago
We have always loved McCalls for their fried chicken. First visit since the change in ownership. We arrived just as they were opening on a Sunday and so she told us they weren't yet geared up with staff and recommended we sit close to the...Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5
Donna Irish
Donna Irish -Google user
2 years ago
They are so reasonably priced it's crazy!We split ( my husband and I) the world famous fried chicken dinner, and they really do have amazing chicken!For 15.99 you get a half chicken ( fried , leg, thigh, breast, wing with mashed n gravy &...Read More
Dave Cleveland
Dave Cleveland -Google user
a year ago
Worst experience. Waited 1 hour for our food which never showed up. People next to us who came in 30ish minutes after us, got their food. We canceled our order and will never go back there again. We always had great service under the old...Read More
Bonnie Frankenstein
Bonnie Frankenstein -Google user
3 years ago
Was pretty excellent. I had the pork tenderloin sandwich. Was a little tough for me like it was overcooked but tasted great. The staff was really friendly. I got a free meal since it was my birthday. This is the first place I've ever heard...Read More
Janet M
Janet M -Google user
2 years ago
We were told this was a good place to eat but we didn't think so. The French fries were good, but the sandwich was not piled high and not at all worth the high cost, the turkey dinner was a slice of deli meat and...Read More
Judith Phillips
Judith Phillips -Google user
3 years ago
The restaurant was not very busy and the service was pretty bad. We were seated quickly and the initial drink order was delivered pretty quickly. Our food order was taken right away and it went down hill from there. Our waitress Lynn...Read More
Janet Donegan
Janet Donegan -Google user
4 years ago
Went at lunchtime specifically for the chicken for my husband and a friend. They really enjoyed it. Crispy on the outside, juicy inside. Large portions and 2 sides come with the meal. I had a chicken Taco salad that was loaded with delicious chicken and...Read More
Recon outdoors
Recon outdoors -Google user
3 years ago
Decided to go here when my parents were listening to music at the square and needed something to eat. Went in and asked for a table (just for me) the guy who looked at me gave me a smirk/chuckled a little when I asked for...Read More

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Accessibility

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Atmosphere

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